← All funders
NO

NZ On Air

Government agency

Screen, music and public media funding

Funding range
Not stated – Not stated
Application windows
2 rolling, 2 dated
Regions covered
Nationwide

Funding focus

Current opportunities

Mō ngā tono - Funding

NZ On Air

Check with the funder
Arts
Nationwide

Everything you need to know about what we fund, how to apply for funding, and upcoming funding application deadlines.

Amount not published

Closes Open / rolling

Scripted and Non-fiction Funding

NZ On Air

Open / rolling
Arts
Nationwide

Funding to create audio/visual Scripted and Non-fiction content to engage audiences.

Business · Arts organisation · Other

Amount not published

Closes Open / rolling

Waiata Takitahi

NZ On Air

Check with the funder
Māori
Nationwide

Scripted and Non-fiction Funding to create audio/visual Scripted and Non-fiction content to engage audiences.

Business · Arts organisation · Marae or iwi organisation

Amount not published

Closes Open / rolling

Game Development Sector Rebate

NZ On Air

Open / rolling
Business
Nationwide

Supporting local game development studios through a rebate on expenditure.

Business

Amount not published

Closes Open / rolling

Application tips

  • Check current funding round deadlines and guidelines on the NZ On Air website before preparing your proposal.
  • Confirm qualifying expenditure criteria and studio eligibility guidelines on NZ On Air's website.
  • Ensure your content aligns with public media objectives to reflect and develop New Zealand culture and identity.
  • Keep thorough financial records and documentation for all claimable development expenses.
  • Prepare strong audio demos and a clear promotion strategy ahead of the October opening date.